Booze Free Year Done, now attempting 2013 "Self Powered" Miles in 2013 for Cystic Fibrosis Trust

29 February 2012 – The “Extra” Day

Today in day 60 of my year without beer, the last day of my second month without booze and the extra day that means my alcohol free year is 366 days rather than 365. So far on my year without beer I have raised £182 for charity thanks to some lovely and generous people.

Looking at my fundraising target of £2,000 (£1,000 each for Cancer Research UK and the Cystic Fibrosis Trust) on a pro-rata basis I am currently behind target so any additional sponsorship is gratefully received!

For those of you looking to support my Year Without Beer, but unsure how to sponsor me here are a couple of options…

My cousin’s son Adam was born with Cystic Fibrosis, one of the UK’s most common life-threatening inherited diseases. Throughout his short life Adam was an inspiration to all who were lucky enough to meet him. Despite being in hospital far too many times Adam never once complained, not even of a headache. He was a cheeky monkey too and the world is sadly much quieter without him. Adam passed away in 2003 aged just 18.

Cystic Fibrosis affects over 9,000 youngsters, clogging vital organs with thick sticky mucus. There is presently no cure. The Cystic Fibrosis Trust is the UK’s only national charity working for families with CF and to find a cure.

My Dad enjoying a pint

Sadly most of our lives have been or will be affected by cancer at some point. Cancer has robbed many families of their loved ones, including my Dad who passed away from cancer in 1998 and both of my wife’s parents.

Cancer Research UK is the world’s leading charity dedicated to beating cancer through research. It works to fight cancer on all fronts, finding new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat it to save more lives. It is entirely funded by the public. With your help, we can ensure more people beat cancer.